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Jousting Competition Rules and Scoring

Jousting Competition Rules and Scoring

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physical Ed, Fun, History

7th - 10th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Olivia Brooks

FREE Resource

The video tutorial explains the modern jousting arena, focusing on the 'list' and its historical significance. It details the rules of the competition, including the number of passes, lance specifications, and scoring system. Points are awarded for touches, shattered lances, and unhorsing opponents. The tutorial also emphasizes the importance of avoiding penalties, such as hitting a horse or improper conduct, which can result in point deductions or disqualification.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the origin of the term 'list' in jousting?

A type of armor worn by knights

A roster of participants

A barrier that knights charge down

A list of rules for the competition

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many passes are there in a jousting competition?

Ten

Eight

Six

Four

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the thickness of the lances used in the first four passes?

Two inches

One and a quarter inch

One and a half inch

One inch

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many points are awarded for unhorsing an opponent?

Fifteen points

Ten points

Five points

One point

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens if there is a tip-to-tip contact during a pass?

The pass is voided

Points are deducted

The pass is counted as a draw

The pass is rerun

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the penalty for hitting a horse during the competition?

Immediate disqualification

Minus five points

No penalty

A warning

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What must competitors do before impact according to the rules?

Hold the reins tightly

Drop their lance

Drop their reins

Shout a warning

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